Quick Pitches

The First Tee of St. Johns County is giving kids ages 12-17 the opportunity to win a $25,000 scholarship that will go towards a college education.

The Second Annual Metris Shot@College scholarship event will be held this Saturday at the First Tee of Jacksonville. The St. Johns County session will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. There are three divisions.

Pre-registration is required. To register call The First Tee of St. Johns County at 810-2231 to sign up.

The local PAL will provide transportation to and from the event, if you live near the First Tee of St. Johns County. Buses will leave at 9 a.m. and return around 3 p.m.

The Jacksonville facility is located off on Interstate 95 and Golfair Boulevard on the north side of Jacksonville.

The event gives all participants an opportunity to hit a 75-yard chip shot. Nine players will advance to the semifinal round on Saturday March 16 at the TPC at Sawgrass.

In the semifinals, the nine players will attempt another 75-yard chip shot. The closest to the flagstick qualifies for a chance to sink a 15-foot putt for the $25,000. If the putt is missed, the finalist will be awarded $5,000.

Golf tourney for SAHS baseball

The 13th Annual Captains Choice Golf Tournament to benefit the St. Augustine High School Baseball team will be held Saturday, March 16, at the St. Johns County Golf Course.

The entry fee is $50.

For more information, call Keith at 794-1672 or Larry at 471-9697.

Betty Griffin House golf tournament

There is still time to register for the 12th Annual Betty Griffin House Charity Golf Tournament, Monday, March 4 at the Marsh Creek Country Club.

Players can register online at www.bettygriffinhouse.org or call 808-8544.

Babe Ruth tryouts set for March 9

Babe Ruth League Baseball tryouts will be held at the St. Augustine Little League complex on Saturday, March 9, at 2 p.m. Registrations and tryouts will both take place at this time. This league is open to all players ages 15-18. The fee to play is $80.

For further information contact Cathy Brandhorst, 377-0780 or e-mail adirolfbac@aol.com.

Adult tennis lessons on Mondays

The St. Johns County Parks and Recreation Department is offering two six-week sessions of adult tennis lessons beginning Monday, March 4. The lessons will be held Mondays from 6-9 p.m. For details, call at 829-8807.

Legends of Golf needs volunteers

Volunteers are being sought for the Liberty Mutual Legends of Golf, which returns to the King & Bear golf course at World Golf Village April 1-7.

One of the top events on the Senior PGA Tour, the Legends of Golf benefits Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind, the First Tee program and other local charities.

To volunteer or for additional information, call 940-0321.

Nease spring sports passes on sale

Nease High School spring sports season passes are on sale. Student passes (age 12-18) are $35 for baseball, $40 for softball. Adult passes are $45 for baseball, $50 for softball. Students age 12 and under are free.

Passes are good for all varsity and junior varsity regular season home games. To order passes, mail name, address, telephone number, total passes desired and check to Nease High School, 10550 Ray Road, St. Augustine, 32095. Checks should be made payable to Nease High School-Athletics.

Sports Club meets Thursdays

The Sports Club of St. Johns County/St. Augustine meets Thursdays at noon at Quincy's on U.S. 1 South.